When the news of Sex and the City’s revival series, And Just Like That… broke, fans across the world were ecstatic at the thought of being reunited with some of their favourite characters from the hit 90s/00s TV series.

But we know it’s been a while and that memories may be hazy, so here’s a breakdown of all the returning and new characters in And Just Like That…

In short, yes. Carrie does return in Season 2 , alongside a few other familiar faces...

Like many Sex and the City Fans, we too were devastated to hear that Samantha would not feature in And Just Like That…. But after Carrie fired Samantha as her publicist, the pair fell out with Samantha moving to London and cutting off contact with her.

However, in the final episode of Season 1 we saw Carrie reaching out to Samantha and the pair arranging to meet for drinks. So, are Carrie and Samantha friends again? Well, we’ll just have to wait and see.

In an episode of And Just Like That… Season 1, Miranda revealed that Carrie is 55 years old which would mean she’s now around 56. This means when Sex and the City first premiered, Carrie would have been 31.

Just like Sex and the City, each episode of And Just Like That… closes with Carrie reciting this iconic line.

Yes, Miranda Hobbes is back for Season 2 of And Just Like That…

In And Just Like That… we see Miranda exploring her sexuality and having a queer awakening, with Carrie’s podcast co-host Che. While she doesn’t explicitly ‘come out’, the season ends with Miranda having ended her marriage with Steve and entering into a relationship with Che.

When we last saw Miranda, she had turned down a prestigious internship in the pursuit of love, which took her all the way to LA to be with Che who was there working on a TV opportunity. Judging by trailers and images released by Sky, their relationships appears to be going well but you’ll have to tune in to Season 2 to find out if all is as it seems.

Miranda and Steve are still together when And Just Like That… begins but by the end, and after an affair (Miranda this time!), they decide to separate. To many it won’t come as a big shock, as Miranda and Steve were an unexpected pairing with many questioning how it could work, but it seems that over the years they grew more and more distance until they were no longer happy.

It’s confirmed! Kristin Davis will reprise her role as Charlotte in Season 2 of And Just Like That…. From being snapped whilst filming scenes with Carrie in NYC to featuring in the latest trailer released by Sky, Charlotte will be back but her storyline this season remains unclear.

Yes, they are still together. In fact, Charlotte and Harry are the only couple in Season 1 of And Just Like That… who are in a happy marriage and still in love with each other.

If we believe the theory that Charlotte moved to NYC in 1987 after graduating college, that makes Charlotte around 54 years old in And Just Like That…. While it hasn’t been officially confirmed, that sounds about right!

The first episode of And Just Like That… ended with Mr Big dying after a heart attack, so the chances of him returning in Season 2 are pretty unlikely. In fact, let’s just put you out of your misery. No, he won’t be returning in Season 2.

Having been introduced to Mr Big in the pilot episode of Sex and the City, it took six seasons for us to find out what his real name was - John James Preston. But why did Carrie give him the nickname Mr Big? Well, you know those men with a big personality – the type that you’ll spot as soon as they enter the room and can’t help but gravitate towards? That’s why. Mr Big always seemed slightly superior and out of reach, hence the rather apt nickname.

If you don’t know the answer to this then where have you been? The internet was sent into overdrive when a picture, showing Aidan and Carrie kissing on the streets of New York, was released ahead of the return of Season 2 of And Just Like That… While we don’t know what his storyline will entail, what we do know is that Aidan is back!

The simple answer is yes, Aidan was one of only two true loves Carrie had. Despite facing many challenges as a couple, it was clear that Carrie had strong feelings for Aidan but ultimately it was a question of who she loved more – Aidan or Big.

Fear not, we will be seeing more of Che Diaz as it is confirmed that they will return for Season 2. In an interview with Variety, And Just Like That… showrunner Michael Patrick King confirmed that Che would return, saying: “One of my burning passions about season 2 is Che. I want to show the dimension of Che that people didn’t see…”.

It’s fair to say that Che Diaz was one of And Just Like That…’s more divisive characters. The introduction of Che marked the evolution of Sex and the City set in the 90s to And Just Like That… taking place in modern-day society. Add to the fact that Miranda’s marriage with Steve ended over her feelings for Che, some OG SATC viewers were quick to express their thoughts.

Eagle-eyed viewers will notice that Che smokes a lot throughout And Just Like That… Season 1. Often seen smoking it from a pipe, Che loves to smoke weed and isn’t ashamed of it. No doubt this is something that we will continue to see in Season 2.

Sadly, no. Despite making an appearance in Season 1 of And Just Like That…, Stanford Blatch won’t be appearing in Season 2 after his character was written out of the show due to the actor who plays his character, Willie Garson, passing away in September 2021.

As Stanford couldn’t face calling Carrie to tell her that he was leaving New York, he decides to leave her a note revealing that “By the time you read this I will be in Tokyo”. Later on in the episode Stanford’s husband, Anthony, clarifies that he couldn’t bring himself to tell Carrie face to face out of fear of disappointing her, so he thought a goodbye note would be more apt.

Harry Goldenblatt is a divorce lawyer, who first meets Charlotte when he is hired to facilitate her divorce to husband Trey. Originally the complete opposite to her dream man, Harry is bald, messy and crude, but after being seduced by Harry, Charlotte finds herself falling for him. Eventually the pair get married and adopt a daughter – named Lily - from China, before conceiving naturally four years later and welcoming a second daughter, Rose. Harry is a loving husband and adoring father to his two girls.

Evan Handler is an American actor best known for playing Harry Goldenblatt on Sex and the City and Charlie Runkle on Californication. Outside of his TV work, he has also appeared in several films including Taps and Ransom.

Yes, Harry will be returning in Season 2.

Natasha Naginsky is Mr Big’s second wife. In Season 2 of Sex and the City, Mr Big chose Natasha over Carrie. But soon after they got married, Carrie and Mr Big began having an affair with Natasha finding out when she came home early and found Carrie in her flat. After Mr Big’s death, Carrie learns that he has left Natasha 1 million dollars in his will – leading Carrie to think he was cheating on her with Natasha. But after bumping into her in a coffee shop, Natasha reveals she is married with two children and tells Carrie she doesn’t want any involvement in her life.

Bridget Moynahan is an American actress and model, best known for her role in Blue Bloods. She has also starred in a number of feature films including Coyote Ugly, John Wick and John Wick: Chapter 2.

Steve Brady started as Miranda’s on-off hookup before becoming her husband and father to her child. Steve is a nice guy who lives within his means working as a bartender. He is the polar opposite to Miranda but as they say opposites attract and that’s what makes this couple work. Until it doesn’t. After going through their fair share of ups and downs, from Miranda’s busy job as a high-powered lawyer to Steve cheating on her, at the end of Season 1 of And Just Like That… Steve and Miranda break up, so that Miranda can pursue a relationship with Che.

David Eigenberg is an American actor, known for his role on Sex and the City and Chicago Fire. He has also appeared on Broadway, starring in Six Degrees if Separation and Take Me Out.

Seema Patel is a real estate broker whose services Carrie enlists when she decides to sell the apartment she shared with Mr Big. During their time together, they quickly become friends. Seema is single and looking for love which, by the end of the season, she appears to have found.

Sarita Choudhury is a British actress who has appeared in numerous films and TV shows including Mississippi Masala, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 & 2 and A Hologram for the King.

Yes, Seema will be back in Season 2. Sarita Choudhury who plays the character spoke to PureWow saying: “Even though Seema came out strong in season one, I think in season two, you see more but also more nuance.”

Yes, Lily will be returning for Season 2.

No, each iteration of Lily has been played by a different actor. Twins, Alexandra and Parker Fong played Lily in the two Sex and the City films before handing the baton over to Cathy Ang for And Just Like That…

Yes. Cathy Ang, the actress who plays Lily, attended music school so was able to play the piano already but put in lots of practice in order to be able to play the piece as beautifully as she did in the first episode of And Just Like That…

Brady Hobbes is Miranda and Steve’s son. When he was conceived his parents were in and off-and-on relationship, so his name was the result of both their names being combined.

Niall Cunningham is an actor who appeared in Life in Pieces from 2015-2019.

Rose Goldenblatt aka ‘Rock’ is Harry and Charlotte’s youngest daughter. Unlike their sister, Rock is more of a free spirit and in Season 1 of And Just Like That… explores her identity, before coming out as nonbinary.

Alexa Swinton is an American actress, known for her roles in television and film. Outside of acting, Alexa is a singer and recording artist.

Yes, Rock will be returning for Season 2 where we’ll continue to see her coming of age journey.

Rose is 12 years old.

Franklyn is a podcast producer who works on Carrie’s new podcast and prior to her move to LA, worked on Che’s podcast which Carrie was a co-host of. We first meet Franklyn in episode 1 of And Just Like That… and in the season finale, we see Carrie kissing Franklyn in the elevator hinting at a potential future romance between the two. And in the opening scene of Season 2 this is confirmed, as we see Carrie and Franklyn in bed together only to later find out that this is just a casual setup – and as Carrie puts it “grief sex”. But all good things must come to an end and in episode 2, when Carrie discovers her podcast has been cancelled due to the network selling up, Franklyn decides to end their romantic relationship too.

Ivan Hernandez is an actor who is best known for his role in Devious Maids. He was born in 1976, making him 47 years old.

Franklyn fans will be pleased to know that he is returning for Season 2.

Little is known about Gloria besides that she is Big’s long-time secretary.

Brenda Vaccaro is an American actress, with a career spanning over half a century. She has received a number of award nominations, winning one Golden Globe and a Primetime Emmy. She is known for her roles in Midnight Cowboy, Once is Not Enough and for playing the role of Joey’s mother in Friends.

Bad news for Gloria fans. It looks like she won’t be returning for Season 2.

Gloria was Big’s long-standing secretary and is one of the few times viewers have met someone from Big’s professional life.

Touissant is a new character in Season 2, who approaches Nya at a bar and begins flirting with her. Although it stops there, with the news that Nya’s relationship with Andre is on the rocks who knows what might happen.

Gary Dourdan is an American actor who is best known for playing the role of Warrick Brown on the TV series, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.

Marcus Kasabian is an art gallery owner, who Charlotte meets at Lisa’s birthday dinner. At the dinner and having bonded over their mutual love of art, Marcus offers Charlotte a role at his art gallery which she turns down due to already having a full-time job…being a mum.

Victor Garber is a Canadian-American actor and singer known for his work on stage and screen. On film he is best-known for his roles in Titanic, Milk and Argo and on TV he has starred in Alias, Frasier and Will & Grace. He is the recipient of many awards including six Emmy awards, four Tony awards and three Gemini awards.